If you have been reading this blog for a while, you know that I love themes. Themes for summer reading, themes for celebrating seasons and anything that might help punctuate something we are learning about. So, I was overjoyed when I discovered the book: “Celebrating Saints and Seasons-Hundreds of Activities for Catholic Children.” I am a firm believer in the importance of living out our faith traditions more than just on Sunday morning. Thankfully, the Catholic faith is replete with occasions to learn, and celebrate those things that make the religion so rich and deep. Feast days give us an opportunity to honor the lives of extraordinarily holy men, women and children (and sometimes angels). The story of St. Denis could go head to head (pardon the pun) with any Hollywood action adventure, and the life of St. Therese’ the Little Flower is one that has the power to inspire all who read her words. We do not worship these saints, rather we use the story of their lives to help us along our journey, knowing they were human too, and were able to live with heroic virtue. This book is a wonderful tool for parents, teachers, or anyone in a position of influence who wants to creatively impart significant days in the liturgical year.
We are planning to make the “Epiphany King Cake” and I am excited to get started on the “Beatitudes Bulletin Board”. It is broken down by months and even includes special prayers and activities for Memorial Day, birthday’s and more. It’s a little book with big ideas! As a mom, I am grateful for this powerful little helper. You can order a copy here.
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